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Inquiry Launched After Officers Flee Kyiv Shooting Scene

A video showing police officers fleeing from a shooting incident in Kyiv has prompted an inquiry, leading to the suspension of two officers and the resignation of the patrol police chief.

Editorial StaffApril 19, 20261 MIN READ

On April 16, 2026, a shooting in Kyiv resulted in six deaths and many injuries, sparking significant public concern.

Footage of the incident revealed officers abandoning their posts, which has raised questions about their response during the crisis.

In light of these events, two police officers have been suspended, and the chief of patrol police has resigned as the inquiry unfolds.